The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Cal Poly Pomona invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in theoretical physics, appointment effective Fall 2024. We have a strong commitment to inclusive excellence and to educational experiences that leverage the diverse perspectives and experiences needed to succeed and thrive in a diverse society.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Teach undergraduate physics classes at all levels (freshman to senior).
• Establish a research program that involves undergraduate students in publishable research.
• Commitment to service to the university.
• Develop an on-campus, independent research program in theoretical physics that includes participation by undergraduate students.

Required Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in Physics, or a closely aligned field, from an accredited university by the start of the appointment.
• Classroom teaching experience, as an instructor in a physics lecture class or laboratory
• Original, published, peer-reviewed research in some field of theoretical physics.
• A plan for doing on-campus, theoretical physics research involving undergraduate students, that comprises the primary portion of their research.
• Ability and commitment to teach and develop upper-division physics courses
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the diversity and inclusiveness of the academic community through research, teaching, and/ or service. This evidence must be communicated via Inclusive Excellence and Student Success.

Consideration of completed applications will begin on Monday, November 20, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. For expanded position description and application information, please go to Apply Here. For general inquiries, please email sabdolrahimi@cpp.edu or jorgeb@cpp.edu.